Meal Plan
We know you've been there: You start a new fitness plan and, encouraged and excited, you hop on the scale only to find the dial has gone...up. Ugh! You might try to comfort yourself with the old refrain that muscle weighs more than fat (it does), but the more likely culprit? Your upped activity level has brought with it an accidental increase in calories, too. You're hungry! We get it! We've also got you covered.Learn the 4 golden rules of eating for faster fat loss

Success Stories
Still dragging your feet? Between juggling jobs, trying to eat right, and raising your kids, signing up for a 5K—and then actually doing it—can feel all but impossible. It's not, though. To inspire you, we found real women who went from being couch-potatoes to 5Kers, and ended up in the best (and trimmest) shape of their lives.

Your Trainer QuestionsQ: Is it okay to train on the treadmill?A: It feels easier to walk on a treadmill because you don't have to propel your body forward the way you do outside, says expert trainer Jenny Hadfield. However... See more

Q: How can I boost the calorie burn of my walks?A:If you already have a base of cardio— whether it's from regular walks or another form of cardio, like Zumba—you're probably ready to turn up the burn. One of the easiest ways to do it... See more

Q: I hate side stitches but always seem to get them. What gives?A:Stretching out the side that's causing you pain should alleviate the problem temporarily, but to keep them away long term you'll need to... See more